Neymar, Memphis Depay and Thiago Silva are among the leading Brazilian footballers protesting against using artificial turf for league matches instead of natural grass.

Neymar's success for Santos paves the way for Brazil's all-time leading scorer to return to Dorival Junior's squad.

They all campaigned online with the same message Tuesday highlighting their fear of increased injury risk for players on the artificial surfaces. Some clubs in Brazil’s top divisions are using artificial turf to allow for multiple uses for stadiums while minimizing damage to the playing surfaces.

Neymar, who recently returned to Santos after a brief stint in Saudi Arabian football, is the biggest surprise on

With upcoming games against Colombia and Lionel Messi's Argentina on the horizon, Brazil coach Dorival Junior has made a significant decision regarding Neymar's return to the national team.

Neymar is currently at Santos, working to regain peak physical form with the goal of making his return to the Brazilian national team. His sights are set on another World Cup—one he revealed would be his last during his recent appearance on the Podpah podcast.

Brazilian soccer fans could be set for a thrilling spectacle this March, as the possibility of Neymar’s return to the national team edges closer to reality. In that case, his return would set up a mouthwatering clash with Lionel Messi when Brazil travels to face Argentina in Buenos Aires on March 26.

Santos manager Pedro Caixinha said it should be Brazil's goal to win a World Cup with Neymar, like Argentina did with Lionel Messi

While regaining his form with strong performances at Santos, Neymar clarified his comeback plans for the Brazil national team.

Neymar turf protest: demands natural grass stadiums in Brazil. On Tuesday, Neymar took the protest to social media with a message expressing concerns over the heightened risk of i

Former Brazilian striker Ronaldo Nazário believes that the Brazilian national team must develop a playing style centered around Vinícius Júnior and Neymar if they hope to win the 2026 World Cup. In an interview with Romário,